Procedures
Upper neck spinal fluid puncture (cisternal or C1-C2), no injection cost in Indiana
Upper neck spinal fluid puncture (cisternal or C1-C2), no injection is an imaging test. Cash prices for imaging vary widely: hospitals often charge several times what an independent imaging center charges for the same scan.
Typical cash price
In Indiana
From 34 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Indiana.
Nationwide typical: $865 (most listed prices $171–$3,875).
Cheapest in Indiana
- IU Health Ball Memorial HospitalUpper neck spinal fluid puncture (cisternal or C1-C2), no injectionFacility fee only$118
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Source: IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - IU Health Bloomington HospitalUpper neck spinal fluid puncture (cisternal or C1-C2), no injectionFacility fee only$137
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Source: IU Health Bloomington Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - IU Health Arnett HospitalUpper neck spinal fluid puncture (cisternal or C1-C2), no injectionFacility fee only$139
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Source: IU Health Arnett Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - IU Health MethodistUpper neck spinal fluid puncture (cisternal or C1-C2), no injectionFacility fee only$158
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Source: IU Health Methodist price file · checked Oct 2026 - IU Health North HospitalUpper neck spinal fluid puncture (cisternal or C1-C2), no injectionFacility fee only$158
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Source: IU Health North Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - IU Health Bedford HospitalUpper neck spinal fluid puncture (cisternal or C1-C2), no injectionFacility fee only$159
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Source: IU Health Bedford Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - IU Health White Memorial HospitalUpper neck spinal fluid puncture (cisternal or C1-C2), no injectionFacility fee only$174
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Source: IU Health White Memorial Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - IU Health Tipton HospitalUpper neck spinal fluid puncture (cisternal or C1-C2), no injectionFacility fee only$210
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Source: IU Health Tipton Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - IU Health Paoli HospitalUpper neck spinal fluid puncture (cisternal or C1-C2), no injectionFacility fee only$214
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: IU Health Paoli Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - IU Health Frankfort HospitalUpper neck spinal fluid puncture (cisternal or C1-C2), no injectionFacility fee only$225
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Source: IU Health Frankfort Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - IU Health Jay HospitalUpper neck spinal fluid puncture (cisternal or C1-C2), no injectionFacility fee only$250
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Source: IU Health Jay Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Union Hospital RegionalUpper neck spinal fluid puncture (cisternal or C1-C2), no injectionFacility fee only$504
Doctor fees are billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Union Hospital Regional price file · checked Oct 2026
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Common questions
Is the radiologist's read included?
Not always. Hospitals usually list the scan (technical fee) and the radiologist's read (professional fee) separately. Many imaging centers quote one all-in price. Look for the "All-in", "Scan only" or "Read only" label on each price.
Do I need a referral?
Most imaging tests need an order from a doctor, nurse practitioner or physician assistant. Some imaging centers can arrange one; ask when you call.
Why are prices so different?
Each hospital and clinic sets its own cash price. Hospitals publish prices because federal rules require it; clinics and booking sites set prices to compete. The same service can cost several times more at one place than at another nearby.
Can I pay cash if I have insurance?
Yes. You can choose to self-pay. A cash price is often lower than what you would pay before meeting your deductible. Cash payments may not count toward your deductible, so check with your plan. Our cash vs. insurance tool can help you decide.
What is a Good Faith Estimate?
If you are uninsured or paying cash, providers must give you a Good Faith Estimate of the cost on request. If your final bill is $400 or more above the estimate, you can dispute it.